Eddie Rickenbacker’s returns, with a new look

Eddie Rickenbacker’s is back open, following an ownership change and subsequent months-long closure.

As reported in June, the new owner is Rick Howard, who has also taken over well-established San Francisco bars like Bruno’s, Harry’s, the Owl Tree and others. At Eddie Rickenbacker’s, he stripped away much of the kitsch — the Tiffany lamps and motorcycles both went to auction earlier this year. The result is an interior that is sleeker, albeit less adorned with large vehicles hanging from the ceiling.

One thing that isn’t unchanged is the little golden plaque outside the main entrance, promising fair play and a square deal.

There’s also a revamped food menu (below) that features everything from bar bites, soups and salads all the way to sandwiches and “Eddie’s Signature Whiskey Steak” ($16).